FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL100

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the FujiFilm S1600 versus Samsung TL205, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1600 was released at a similar time to the TL205 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1600 scores versus the TL205 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Samsung TL205
S1600 | TL205 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the FujiFilm S1600
TL205 | S1600 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Samsung TL205
S1600 | TL205 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 comes with physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S1600 versus Samsung TL205 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1600 versus the TL205.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and TL205 is 78 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and TL205.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Samsung TL205 |
Also called | FinePix S1770 | PL100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 lbs) | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $130 | $180 |